(Part 2) Environmental Conflict in Ecuador: A Delicate Balance

Second part of a video exploring environmental conflict in Ecuador, especially conflicts between oil companies and indigenous communities, and conflicts over watershed areas. Proposes a series of potential ideas to address problems, including enhancing eco-tourism initiatives, strengthening a rights-based approach for marginalized affected communities, and promoting dialogue. Draws on interviews with a former minister of the environment, an indigenous leader, a human rights attorney, and various community leaders. Produced by CEMPROC with collaboration from the University of Georgia. Created by Katie Sciortino, Monique Pamphile, Paul Larson, and Elizabeth Cason in 2007.

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Tags: america, company, conflict, ecotourism, ecuador, More…environment, latin, natural, oil, pollution, resources, water, watershed
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